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Severn Valley Railway insurers shortlisted for top award
The Severn Valley Railway (SVR) has welcomed news that its loss adjusters for one of its major claims, Crawford & Company, have been shortlisted for a prestigious British Insurance Award in recognition of their work following the devastating Mor Brook landslip in...
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Severn Valley Railway insurers shortlisted for top award
The Severn Valley Railway (SVR) has welcomed news that its loss adjusters for one of its major claims, Crawford & Company, have been shortlisted for a prestigious British Insurance Award in recognition of their work following the devastating Mor Brook landslip in...
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Worcester Bosch announces retirement of CEO, Carl Arntzen
Arntzen, who has held the position since 2011, will step down at the end of April 2026 Worcester, UK, 16 December – Leading heating multi-tech manufacturer Worcester Bosch has today announced that its CEO, Carl Arntzen, will be retiring in early 2026. He will be...
ONE Creative environments (ONE) becomes a Strategic Member
Multi-disciplinary design company ONE Creative environments (ONE) is delighted to become a Strategic Member of Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce. Founded in 1975, ONE has grown significantly and now operates from offices in Birmingham, Cardiff and...
Patron & Strategic News
DRPG’s 45-Year Story Celebrated with Family, Clients and Community
Creative communications agency DRPG marked its 45th anniversary with a full-day celebration across two West Midlands venues on Saturday 21 June 2025. The milestone event brought together over 1,000 clients, partners, team members, and families, for a programme of...
NMITE in partnership agreement with BAE Systems
NMITE and BAE Systems Digital Intelligence to share skills, knowledge and talent NMITE (New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with BAE Systems’ Digital Intelligence division, signalling a commitment to work...
Chamber News
BCC Forecast: business investment set to be left behind in record economic recovery
UK business investment is expected to decline this year despite the prospect of record economic growth, according to the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) economic forecast. The leading business group predicts UK GDP growth for 2021 of 7.1%, which, if realised, would...
Mental Health in an Unequal World: Acting Together to Prevent Suicide is it Time to Change?
Wednesday 6 October 10.00am-12.00pm In support of World Mental Health Day 2021, Time to Change Worcestershire and the Herefordshire and Worcestershire Suicide Prevention Team will host an event to explore this question: Is suicide a mental health matter, a matter of...
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Policy News
How was Quarter 3?
With less than 70 days until the date the UK is set to leave the EU, it has never been more important to use the Chamber’s Quarterly Economic Survey (QES). Make sure you inform government about your business experiences in regard to cash flow, recruitment, export and...
EU Exit Event: Save the date Friday 4 October 2019
On Friday 4 October 2019 the Chamber plans to hold an EU Exit preparation event. Industry experts from across a variety of business functions will present and discuss organisational challenges and opportunities. They will share best practice in regard to current...
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Charity News
Vacancy for governor to join St Richard’s Hospice
St Richard’s Hospice has an exciting opportunity for a governor with commercial experience to chair its trading company. The voluntary role sits within a 12-strong Council of Governors responsible for the direction of St Richard’s, and led by Chair Jenny Cowpe. The...
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity Achieves Investors in People Accreditation For Three Years Running
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity has been awarded the Investors in People silver standard, demonstrating its commitment to investing in local people and excellent management practice. Since 1991 Investors in People has been a nationally recognised accreditation,...
BCC continues expansion with new research Insights Unit
As part of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) expanded national offering, it is launching a new Insights Unit to provide businesses with best-in-class intelligence on the big strategic issues impacting the UK economy. Following on from the recent announcement...
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BCC continues expansion with new research Insights Unit
As part of the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) expanded national offering, it is launching a new Insights Unit to provide businesses with best-in-class intelligence on the big strategic issues impacting the UK economy. Following on from the recent announcement...
Worcestershire News
WORCESTER Business Improvement District (BID) has announced Sam McCarthy as their new Chief Executive.
Sam joined the team in 2015 and has since worked on managing key partnerships and has actively developed brand awareness within the city. Sam has a strong background in business support and engagement and will strive to build awareness and improve business within the...
New grants for city businesses hit by Omicron restrictions
Applications are open now for three new grant schemes that aim to help Worcester businesses whose trade was damaged by the restrictions introduced in response to the Omicron Covid variant or who have struggled to adapt to the impact of the pandemic. Funded by the...
Herefordshire News
New Herefordshire advisers to offer expert one-to-one support
A new team of expert advisers has been recruited for the Marches Growth Hub in Herefordshire to provide detailed support to help the county’s businesses to grow. Three independent advisers will support the hub across the county in its work to help businesses recover...
New chair appointed at Marches Growth Hub
One of the region’s leading businessmen has been appointed the new chair of the Marches Growth Hub. Dave Courteen, the founder and managing director of Mosaic Spa and Health Clubs, will lead the growth hub’s work as it helps businesses across Herefordshire, Shropshire...
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Medical School Leader Honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award
A senior leader at Worcester’s Medical School has been honoured for her contribution to furthering global healthcare. Professor Kay Mohanna, who was born in Evesham and brought up in Upton-on-Severn is the course lead for the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of...
Severn Valley Railway launches ‘Kids for a Quid’ offer this half term
The Severn Valley Railway is making family adventures more affordable than ever with the launch of its ‘Kids for a Quid’ offer for the May half-term holiday from 24 May to 1 June. For just £1 per child, families can enjoy an unforgettable heritage rail journey through...
City Signs celebrates 65 years as Worcester’s leading signage specialist
Leading signage and display specialist City Signs is delighted to mark its 65th year in business. Founder Horace Wilkins first opened the doors to City Signs in 1960 and in 2025 the company continues its strong family roots, with two of his children steering the...
Hewett Recruitment Announces New Charity Partnership with ONSIDE
Hewett Recruitment is pleased to announce a new charitable partnership with ONSIDE, a Worcester based charity, for the next two years. This collaboration reflects our commitment to supporting people in the local community who are experiencing disadvantage,...
Stumbling Blocks Remain In Employment Rights Bill
Ahead of the committee stage of the Employment Rights Bill starting in the House of Lords, Jane Gratton, Deputy Director of Public Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce said: “This is a critical stage in the process and the window of opportunity to get the right...
Marathon Completed in Memory of Late Brother-in-Law
The brother-in-law of a Worcester student who passed away has completed the Manchester Marathon while raising almost £3,000 in his memory. Daniel Player achieved his Game Art degree at the University of Worcester, but sadly passed away in 2024 at the age of 26 before...
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